All Obituaries

Aretha M. Phipps, 73, of McKeesport, was born January 17, 1951, in Charleston, WV. She was the beloved daughter of the late James Phipps and Berlina Clark. Aretha departed this life on April 12, 2024, at her residence in McKeesport, PA. She was preceded in death by her son, Gibson Coleman, father, James Phipps, mother, Berlina Clark.   Aretha is survived by her beloved children; three daughters, Callie Jackson of McKeesport, PA, Birlena Coleman, Rosa Coleman of Duquesne, PA;...

George D. Williams, 73, of Clairton, PA., was born June 13, 1950, in McKeesport, PA. He was the son of the late Arthur and Katie Williams. George grew up in Clairton, Pennsylvania, and was affectionately known as ‘Georgie Block’ to family and friends. George was a graduate of Clairton High School.  After High School, he attended a technical school where he received a certification in welding. He worked as a welder at National Tubes in McKeesport, PA. He recently retired...

Robert Russell Spence, 73, of Turtle Creek, was born July 12, 1950, in Clairton, PA. He was the beloved son of the late Petro and Catherine Coachman Spence. Robert was affectionately known as Russell, he enlisted in the United States Army. One of his favorite jobs was as a traveling, Barber. He enjoyed cooking and working on cars.   Russell gave his life to the Lord and was baptized where he attended church regularly at Mt. Olive First Baptist Church of Clairton, PA. He was a kind...

Darrick Rashaun George, 31 of Clairton PA, made his heavenly departure on April 6, 2024. He was born February 27. 1993, in Beaver PA. The son of Tanisha Nicole George and Lee Glover. Darrick loved making music, cooking, and spending time with his family, especially his right-hand man (His brother Arik.) He also enjoyed playing with and watching his brothers Aaron and Tevin play football in their careers growing up. His vivacious personality carried him through life. He is preceded in death...

Remembering in Love Latoya Lynn Bentley was born June 29, 1977, in McKeesport, PA. The daughter of the late Phyllis Bentley of McKeesport, PA. and, James Preston McKissick of McKeesport, PA. Latoya was educated in McKeesport Area Schools. After graduating high school, Latoya worked at McKeesport Hospital in the area of hospital sterilization and was also a Nurses Aid working in Home Health Care. Latoya loved the Lord and loved going to church. She always took her grandkids to church with...

Melton Sumpter III, aka “Porky”, age 75, passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 24, 2024.  He was the son of Melton and Elizabeth Sumpter of Clairton PA, both now deceased. He was a 1967 graduate of Clairton High School, where in his junior and senior years, he starred on the basketball team, breaking records and leading the team to local and state championships.  He is best remembered as a much-beloved father and devoted family man.  He is...

Darnell E. Robinson, son of the late James Robinson Sr. and Mary Hazel Ramseur Robinson began his journey on this earth on December 23, 1955. He was a lifelong resident of Clairton and graduated from Clairton High School in 1974. Darnell was a kindhearted and loving person who would do anything for you. His life was full of laughter; sarcastic in nature, and love that he shared so dearly with his family and his closest friends. Darnell had a great love for culture, music, and special...

Arnetta Elaine Walker, 59, of Duquesne, was born March 27, 1964, in Homestead, PA.  She was the beloved daughter of the late Emory Jr. and Christine (Swayzer) Mariner, granddaughter of the late Dixie and Etta Mae (Morton) Swayzer. Arnetta was a 1982 graduate of Steel Valley High School. She later furthered her education at Florida A&M University (FAMU) studying social work. Arnetta’s first job as a teenager was at Giant Eagle; after attending college she worked as a...

Gwendolyn Green, 61, affectionately known as Gwen of Clairton, was born January 12, 1963, in McKeesport, PA. She was the beloved daughter of Helen Lee and the late George Green. Gwendolyn attended the Clairton School District. She later joined the Job Corp program for career training. She received her Food Handling Safe Serv Certificate to work in the fast-food industry, she worked as a Caregiver for her mother and was employed by the Care Zone Agency. Gwen enjoyed watching movies and...